2017 Altitude Program
Dec 1, 2016, 9:07 am
#211
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Dec 1, 2016, 10:06 am
#212
Join Date: Nov 2016
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That's what I did. 36 AQS, but about $330 short of $4000 in AQD. So, booked a little getaway. 
The benefits of 35k are far better than 25k, so it's worth it. Though somewhat bummed about the loss of the family member lounge benefit.
(BTW, hello all! Been a long time reader but this is my first post.)
The benefits of 35k are far better than 25k, so it's worth it. Though somewhat bummed about the loss of the family member lounge benefit. (BTW, hello all! Been a long time reader but this is my first post.)
Dec 1, 2016, 10:10 am
#213
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That's what I did. 36 AQS, but about $330 short of $4000 in AQD. So, booked a little getaway. The benefits of 35k are far better than 25k, so it's worth it. Though somewhat bummed about the loss of the family member lounge benefit.
(BTW, hello all! Been a long time reader but this is my first post.)
The benefits of 35k are far better than 25k, so it's worth it. Though somewhat bummed about the loss of the family member lounge benefit. (BTW, hello all! Been a long time reader but this is my first post.)
Dec 1, 2016, 12:57 pm
#215
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That's what I did. 36 AQS, but about $330 short of $4000 in AQD. So, booked a little getaway. The benefits of 35k are far better than 25k, so it's worth it. Though somewhat bummed about the loss of the family member lounge benefit.
(BTW, hello all! Been a long time reader but this is my first post.)
The benefits of 35k are far better than 25k, so it's worth it. Though somewhat bummed about the loss of the family member lounge benefit. (BTW, hello all! Been a long time reader but this is my first post.)
Dec 1, 2016, 1:20 pm
#216
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Westjet has just announced their 2017 program and it looks they have actually enhanced rather than "enhanced" it.
https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/reward...imary:20161201
https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/reward...imary:20161201
Dec 1, 2016, 3:00 pm
#217
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Westjet has just announced their 2017 program and it looks they have actually enhanced rather than "enhanced" it.
https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/reward...imary:20161201
https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/reward...imary:20161201
Dec 1, 2016, 4:43 pm
#218
Join Date: Dec 2014
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As do I.
But.
Quick survey: when was the last time that you saw a pregnant woman traveling for work? What percentage of FFers are expectant females?
So while I too think this is a fair and reasonable thing for AC to offer, I have a suspicion that it is a lot more about PR than it is about doing something positive for any significant number of people. My guess is that a) the demographic in question is a tiny fraction of 1% to start with, and that people that use this and continue to be FF after maternity (or paternity) will be an even smaller number. Just sayin'.
But.
Quick survey: when was the last time that you saw a pregnant woman traveling for work? What percentage of FFers are expectant females?
So while I too think this is a fair and reasonable thing for AC to offer, I have a suspicion that it is a lot more about PR than it is about doing something positive for any significant number of people. My guess is that a) the demographic in question is a tiny fraction of 1% to start with, and that people that use this and continue to be FF after maternity (or paternity) will be an even smaller number. Just sayin'.
Dec 1, 2016, 6:47 pm
#219
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Westjet has just announced their 2017 program and it looks they have actually enhanced rather than "enhanced" it.
https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/reward...imary:20161201
https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/reward...imary:20161201
Last edited by Wpgjetse; Dec 2, 2016 at 12:55 pm
Dec 2, 2016, 11:21 am
#221
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Hmmm I see Zone 1.
Assuming these promises are the same as their Plus package I didn't see anything worthwhile. Priority boarding is after everyone with any minor travelling, priority security was ignored at both ends, and they remain the only airline to ask me to take items from my checked luggage and put them into my carry on because I was... 2kg over the 23kg limit.
And as a plus customer I was meant to get 2x23kg. I had 1x25kg. Apparently it's too heavy for them. Seriously, it's not even WJ staff that handle them, I still have to drop my 2kg overweight bag onto the little loading area.
I digress. As many issues as I have with AC/AP I'd still rather fly them than WJ.
Assuming these promises are the same as their Plus package I didn't see anything worthwhile. Priority boarding is after everyone with any minor travelling, priority security was ignored at both ends, and they remain the only airline to ask me to take items from my checked luggage and put them into my carry on because I was... 2kg over the 23kg limit.
And as a plus customer I was meant to get 2x23kg. I had 1x25kg. Apparently it's too heavy for them. Seriously, it's not even WJ staff that handle them, I still have to drop my 2kg overweight bag onto the little loading area.
I digress. As many issues as I have with AC/AP I'd still rather fly them than WJ.
Dec 2, 2016, 11:40 am
#223
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Dec 2, 2016, 12:53 pm
#224
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I think they have the definition well in-hand. There are negatives and positives in the WestJet changes and I would suspect they have aimed for a cost-neutral approach but more benefits for those that truly are loyal and spend more; not indifferent from the AC approach.
Dec 2, 2016, 12:56 pm
#225
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